E84 HR Manager Now in Charge of Safety? Here's Your 90 Day Plan
HR Manager... Now You're Responsible for Safety? Here's Your 90-Day Plan
Were you hired to manage Human Resources, only to find yourself suddenly responsible for workplace safety too?
If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.
In this episode of the Help With OSHA Podcast, David Sawyer shares a practical 90-day roadmap designed specifically for HR managers who have been handed safety responsibilities without formal safety training. You'll learn where to focus first, what mistakes to avoid, and how to build a safety program that protects your employees without becoming overwhelmed by OSHA regulations.
In this episode you'll discover:
- The three priorities to focus on during your first month
- The one question that uncovers your biggest safety risks
- Why maintenance can become your greatest safety resource
- How to identify quick wins that build credibility
- How to create ownership instead of trying to do everything yourself
- Why simple safety systems consistently outperform complicated ones
- How to build a proactive safety culture over your first 90 days
- How to prepare your company before OSHA ever arrives
Whether you've been managing safety for one week or one year, this episode will help you stop reacting to problems and start leading with confidence.
Resources Mentioned
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https://helpwithosha.com/challenge
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About David Sawyer
David Sawyer is an OSHA-authorized trainer, safety coach, and host of the Help With OSHA Podcast. He helps busy safety managers and HR professionals go from overwhelmed to OSHA-ready through practical coaching, training, and proven systems that prevent accidents and help companies confidently prepare for OSHA inspections.